Health & Safety Manager - Bury, Greater Manchester

JD Gyms; Bury; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fitness organisation is seeking a Health and Safety Manager to ensure top health and safety standards. The role involves strategic planning, policy development, and compliance monitoring within gym facilities. Candidates should hold a NEBOSH Diploma and have experience in health and safety management, particularly in the fitness industry. Exceptional communication and leadership skills are essential. Frequent travel within the UK is required.

Benefits

Free parking

Incremental Holiday Allowance

Staff Discount

Pension Scheme

Personal development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in health and safety management in the fitness or leisure industry.
• Proven track record in national organisations.
• Strong IT skills required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and improve health and safety strategies.
• Create and enforce health and safety policies.
• Monitor compliance with health and safety regulations.

Skills

Health and safety management

Strategic planning

Communication skills

Leadership

Data analysis

Education

NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent

Job description

JD Gyms Group is seeking a highly skilled and strategic Health and Safety Manager to join our team and ensure the highest standards of health and safety across our organisation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Strategic Planning: Develop, implement, and continuously improve health and safety strategies aligned with organisational goals and industry best practices.
• Policy Development: Create and enforce health and safety policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations.
• Empowerment: Empower managers and colleagues with training, resources, and support to foster a safety-conscious culture throughout the organisation.
• Compliance: Monitor and ensure compliance with health and safety regulations, conducting regular audits and inspections across all gym facilities.
• Incident Response: Develop and maintain effective incident response protocols, conducting thorough investigations and implementing corrective actions as needed.
• Data Analysis: Analyse health and safety data to identify trends, areas for improvement, and opportunities to enhance the overall safety performance.
• Stakeholder Communication: Collaborate with internal stakeholders, external agencies, and regulatory bodies to promote a positive safety image for the organisation.
• Emergency Preparedness: Develop and maintain emergency response plans, ensuring all employees are trained and prepared to handle various emergency situations.

Requirements:

• Qualified to NEBOSH Diploma level or equivalent.
• Good experience in health and safety management in the fitness or leisure industry.
• Proven track record in developing and implementing successful health and safety strategies in a national organisation.
• Exceptional communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong IT skills.
• A genuine enthusiasm and passion for Health and Safety and an ability to engage with colleagues at all levels.

The role will involve frequent travel within the UK.

About Us:

Established in 1981, the JD Group is a leading omni-channel retailer of Sports Fashion, Outdoors and Gyms with over 60,000 colleagues and over 3,400 stores across several retail fascias in over 30 markets around the world.

We offer amazing benefits, including:

• Free parking
• Incremental Holiday Allowance
• Staff Discount On JD Group and other brands within the organisation
• Pension Scheme
• Personal development opportunities to learn and develop at work.